Pomegranate Molasses, 300ml

Pomegranate molasses – or pomegranate syrup – has a fruity sweetness that's countered by a lovely, sharp tart flavour. Most often found in Middle Eastern recipes, and often referred to as rob-e Anar or dibs rumman, pomegranate molasses is a favourite ingredient in Ottolenghi’s cookbooks – and is included in our Cookbook Set: Jerusalem.

What is pomegranate molasses?

Pomegranate molasses is a treacly-rich fruit syrup made from boiled, reduced pomegranate juice. It is used in savoury and sweet dishes alike. It has the sweet-sourness of tamarind, rather than the pure fruit-richness of sultanas and prunes. Pomegranate molasses is called dibs rumman in Arabic.

How do I cook with pomegranate molasses?

Pomegranate molasses is delicious in everything from salad dressings and the roasted aubergine dip baba ganoush, to fesenjan stew, a braised chicken and walnut dish. The sharpness beautifully complements the oil in salad dressings, and is a good substitute for vinegar or lemon juice - try using alongside hazelnut oil for a rich and rounded dressing. Even try drizzling a little on top of hummus, or - in sweet dishes - over ice cream and meringues. Read more about pomegranate molasses with cooking ideas here.

How do I choose which pomegranate molasses to buy?

This pomegranate molasses is the Lebanese Cortas brand, which is a great value all-rounder, and perhaps the most commonly seen in the Middle Eastern pantry or supermarket. One other brand is available: Mymoune Pure Pomegranate Molasses, a premium artisan Lebanese brand of pomegranate syrup, made only from concentrated pomegranate juice with no added sugar

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How do I choose which pomegranate molasses to buy?

There are many varieties of pomegranate molasses to choose from, and it often comes down to personal tastes. This variety is a blend of pomegranate juice and sugar, producing a sweet, treacly-rich syrup. If you’d like pure pomegranate molasses with no added sugar, try Mymoune pomegranate molasses. 

Is it the same as grenadine?

While pomegranate molasses and grenadine share a similar appearance, they are not the same ingredient. Originally, grenadine was made with pomegranate juice, however nowadays, it is typically made by blending corn syrup with citric acid and food colouring. 

Pomegranate molasses is intense with sweet-fruity-tart notes – it will add much more flavour to your dishes than grenadine will.